GFSA is a non-profit organisation helping make South Africa a safer country by reducing gun violence
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21 Mar 2025
Are guns a right—or a threat to them? This #HumanRightsDay, @jeremyveary unpacks how guns violate our fundamental freedoms. Our fight for a safer South Africa continues. Join us: gfsa.org.za/
#GunFreeSA #SafeSpaces #EndGunViolence #HumanRight
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18 Mar 2025
From our formation in 1995 to landmark legal victories and advocacy for stricter gun laws, every step has brought us closer to a safer South Africa while protecting our human rights. Join our gang’s movement in creating change: gfsa.org.za/our-history/
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14 Mar 2025
Guns fuel violence in SA. In #SONA2025, @PresidencyZA admitted the crisis — but words alone won’t save lives. It’s time to close loopholes, enforce the law, and stop the flow of guns. Enough talk. Take action. #GunFreeSA #EndGunViolence
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11 Mar 2025
"Gunshots remain a significant public health concern" says spokesperson Dwayne Evans as over 30,000 trauma cases overwhelm Western Cape emergency centres in February.
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11 Mar 2025
Together, we can reclaim our streets from gun violence! Gun Free Zones are a powerful step that mobilise communities and create safer spaces for everyone. Ready to start? ow.ly/JRGY50VbgkN
#GunFreeSA #GunFreeZones #SafeSpaces #EndGunViolence
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8 Mar 2025
This #InternationalWomensDay, we confront the reality that easy access to guns fuels femicide. Urgent action is needed to disarm abusers and protect lives. Read how gun control can save women’s lives here: ow.ly/53BT50VcC8h
#EndGunViolence #SAferSpaces #IWD2024
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7 Mar 2025
Not all abuse leaves bruises. Ellen thought she’d found love—until love became control. Coercive control isolates, manipulates, and breaks you down before violence starts. If you need help, reach out to these organisations: @Lifeline @SaferSpaces @POWA_ZA @RapeCrisis #GunFreeSA
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6 Mar 2025
Coercive control is a silent but dangerous form of abuse that can escalate rapidly, especially with guns involved. It’s crucial to know how @SAPoliceService can help remove firearms safely. Start here: ow.ly/aKW550VbffX
#GunFreeSA #EndGunViolence #SAferSpaces
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24 Feb 2025
Ever wonder what happens after you file a protection order? Experts at @mosiacngo explain the court process, from interim orders to final decisions and what that means your safety. Get informed: gfsa.org.za/2018/12/12/remov… #GunFreeSA #SafeSpaces
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19 Feb 2025
Femicide cases are on the rise, but accountability in @SAPoliceService investigations is collapsing. Nearly 50% of perpetrators in 2020 weren’t identified. This is not just a statistic – it's a national emergency demanding immediate, decisive action. gfsa.org.za/download/researc…
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17 Feb 2025
Filing a protection order can be tricky. Watch @mosiacngo share key tips to build a strong case. MOSAIC Court Support Workers are available in 15 Courts in the WC, but you can also bring a friend or relative to help. gfsa.org.za/2018/12/12/remov… #GunFreeSA
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14 Feb 2025
This Valentine’s Day, we remember Reeva Steenkamp, whose life was tragically cut short 12 years ago. A gun in the hand of her boyfriend took her from us, and her story remains a stark reminder of the deadly role firearms play in intimate partner violence. gfsa.org.za/2018/12/12/remov…
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13 Feb 2025
Guns and love don’t mix. In SA, a woman is killed by her intimate partner every 8 hours, with guns often escalating violence. This Valentine’s Day, commit to safer, healthier relationships. Make your relationship gun free. gfsa.org.za/2018/12/12/remov…
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11 Feb 2025
Do you know how a protection order can keep you safe? Check out this video by our partner @mosaicngo explaining the basics of the Domestic Violence Act and how it limits abusers. gfsa.org.za/2018/12/12/remov… #GunFreeSA #DomesticViolenceAct #GBV
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6 Feb 2025
We all need to prioritise reducing gun crime and violence. Join the Gun Free gang and together we can build a safer South Africa
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6 Feb 2025
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"I thought it was a toy," she said before her ex-husband shot her, leaving her paralyzed. A reminder to choose love that doesn't hurt, this Valentine's. Every 8 hrs, a woman dies from intimate partner violence in SA. Make relationships #GunFree 🕊️
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6 Feb 2025
Gun Free Zones create safer spaces but are often misunderstood. Communities worldwide are choosing to live free from gun violence, shaping new social norms. Supported by the @UN, GFZs foster peaceful environments for all. Learn more: bit.ly/3PGuJl5
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27 Jan 2025
Did you know? Gun-Free Zones are part of a global initiative proven to reduce violence 🌍. Together with local police, we’re creating spaces where everyone feels safe. Let’s build more zones in South Africa! #GunFreeSA #GunFreeZones
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23 Jan 2025
Some kids grow up surrounded by guns or gun violence, where guns feel like a normal part of life. What if we could rewrite their story & usher in a generation that sees the world differently? It’s not a real book, but it’s a real idea 🫶 gfsa.org.za/take-action/
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